Training

Instructor Training Courses

We have been actively involved in the industry for over 20 years all over the world.

All our training courses are run by highly experienced and professional Instructors who just love to be in the outdoors sharing their passion with others. Whatever course you choose, your training to be fun packed, challenging and above all prepare you further your skill and experience, no matter what discipline.

Attending a course with OPS allows you to utilise that experience and learn how to share your passion for the outdoors with others.

We deliver the following training:

First Aid Courses

We can deliver many types of first aid courses to suit the client and their workplace.

We can come to you and build scenarios into the course in your workplace.

All courses are OFQUAL regulated through Qualifications Network UK.

Mountain Training

If your looking to get started in leading people on walking trips or expeditions then the MT Lowland Leader course is a great start.

On Completing this you can attend the 2 Day Expedition Module to allow you to lead the like of DofE expeditions or similar.

Raft Guide Course

The Scottish Rafting Association has been at the forefront of guide training for over 30 years.

The 6 day Guide training course is designed in a zero to hero way so no experience necessary.

Raft Guide Development

After working a season or two you might choose to upgrade your qualification or if you haven’t sat in a raft for a while and want to blow those cobwebs away then get in touch.

Rescue 3

Rescue 3 is at the forefront of many types of rescue training.

We deliver a wide variety of their courses including The White Water Rescue Technician course ( a must for all White Water Guides).

Navigation Courses

Gaining the confidence to hit the hills by your self can be hard.

We can deliver practical Navigation training in all sorts of terrain from summer to winter.

If you just want to go for a walk or learn winter skills then we can sort that for you too.